Senate Panel To Hold Hearing On Afghanistan Failures

The Senate Foreign Relations Committee plans a hearing on the US withdrawal from Afghanistan, focusing on the Trump administration's peace talks and the Biden administration's evacuation execution. The Taliban promises safe passage to Kabul's airport, but the US advises Americans to prioritize safety. Critics argue the evacuation should have started earlier to avoid chaos. National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan explains the delay was to avoid undermining the Afghan government, which fell quickly as the Taliban captured provincial capitals.

What is the main focus of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee's planned hearing?

• The economic impact of the US withdrawal

• The future of US-Taliban relations

• Flaws in the peace talks and withdrawal execution

• The role of the UN in Afghanistan

What was the Taliban's promise regarding Kabul's airport?

• To allow only Afghan citizens to leave

• To provide free flights for evacuees

• To ensure safe passage for those leaving

• To close the airport indefinitely

What advice is given to Americans who cannot safely reach the airport?

• To try different routes to the airport

• To prioritize their safety and stay in place

• To contact the local authorities for help

• To leave the country by any means necessary

Why did the US delay the mass evacuation of citizens and Afghan allies?

• To avoid triggering a loss of confidence in the Afghan government

• Due to logistical challenges at the airport

• To negotiate better terms with the Taliban

• Because of a lack of resources

What was the outcome of the US signaling support for the Afghan government?

• The government was strengthened

• The government fell to the Taliban

• The government gained international recognition

• The government expanded its control